Contrary to what some diets would have you think, carbs can actually be a good thing — provided they're the right kind. Alexon lays out what most people get wrong about carbs and how you can get it right.
"Your body loves to burn carbs! It's when you have food that's high fat AND high carb together that you run into trouble," she says. The best carbs to choose? Relatively low in fat and high in fibre to fill you up. "Women need at least 25 grams of fibre a day," she explains. "So look at the fibre content — a good carb should have at least three grams in a serving." Grains like quinoa and oats, as well as certain fruits and veggies (sweet potatoes and bananas rank high on the list), are healthy choices.